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Three West Shore Farmers Markets left in 2022

September 8, 2022September 23, 2022 2 min read

The West Shore Farmers Market continues to offer locally sourced produce and other items for three more Sundays in 2022, September 11, September 18, and September 25. The market, which began in 2021 at the corner of Cedar & Eckerson. is now located in Russell Park from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sundays. Vendors lined up for the month of September will offer produce, baked goods, home decor, clothing and a variety of hand-crafted items. Some vendors you can expect to find include Human Farms, Sugarmama’s Bakeshop, Lighthammer Forge, Pain in the Craft, Drip Trip Designs, Rustic Gold, Kowalski

Opportunities to participate in Bi-Centennial continue to emerge

September 8, 2022September 9, 2022 1 min read

The Town of Newstead Bi-Centennial Committee continues to work on plans for the 2023 observance. Although 2023 seems a long way off, it takes many months to plan a huge celebration. The bicentennial committee has tentative plans for a scavenger hunt, children’s activities, garden walk, cruise night/taste of Akron, Native American day, and many varied activities. They welcome your participation in this planning.

Akron Central School announces Community Education offerings

September 1, 2022September 9, 2022 1 min read

Akron-Newstead Community Education has announced its year-long offerings which include use of the ACS Fitness Center and Hall Walking. The programs run from September 6, 2022 through June 16, 2023.

Akron Central maintains single point of entry

August 25, 2022December 25, 2022 2 min read

Akron Central School will maintain its single point of entry to the building for the new school year beginning September 6, 2022, the opening day of school for 2022-23. The Board of Education and the Safety Committee have implemented a system for visitors to the District between the hours of 7:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. School Security Officers (SSO) will continue to facilitate the program.

Shoe Drive to raise money for new youth football and cheer equipment

August 25, 2022September 2, 2022 1 min read

Akron Youth Football and Cheer is conducting a shoe drive fundraiser through the end of September to raise funds for new helmets, equipment and uniforms.

McCabe releases updated COVID-19 guidelines for ‘Back to School’

August 24, 2022August 24, 2022 2 min read

This afternoon, Akron Central School Superintendent of Schools, Patrick McCabe released information and links to information relative to the New York Department of Health and New York State Education Department updated the COVID-19 Guidance for Schools based on the CDC’s most recent operational guidance for schools, as released August 22.

Board of Education meeting cannot be live streamed August 17

August 17, 2022September 2, 2022 0 min read

Due to an unforeseen weather-related internet outage, tonight’s Akron Central Board of Education Meeting will not be live streamed. The meeting will be posted as soon as possible to the Akron CSD YouTube Channel. The District apologizes for this inconvenience and thanks you for your understanding.

Akron Skater Medals at Roller Skating Nationals

July 21, 2022July 31, 2022 0 min read

After winning gold at the USA Roller Sports 2022 Northeast Regionals near Boston MA, ten-year-old Hannah Witkowski skated her way to three medals at the USA Roller Sports 2022 National Championships in Lincoln NE last week.

Governor in Newstead for ribbon cutting

July 11, 2022September 9, 2022 0 min read

Governor Kathy Hochul and Town of Newstead Supervisor David L. Cummings were among state and local officials who celebrated the commissioning of Western New York’s newest large-scale electric transmission line, Empire State Line on Monday morning. Governor Hochul spoke on the importance of clean energy. The new 20-mile 345 kilovolt line runs through the Town of Newstead and connects the new Dysinger switchyard in Royalton, NY with the new East Stolle switchyard in Elma, NY. In addition to providing access to existing renewable resources, the new transmission line advances New York’s clean energy goals by supporting the integration of future

Many gather in Village of Akron for Fourth of July Celebration

July 7, 2022July 15, 2022 4 min read

Many gathered in the Village of Akron over the holiday weekend to enjoy the Fourth of July entertainment, activities, and parade organized by the 2022 Akron Celebration Committee 2022.